Statistics is one of the degree subjects available through the Mathematics stream in the common entry Science course. Students study similar modules for all degree subjects in the Mathematics stream in first year and will study modules for a minimum of two degree subjects in second year. At the end of second year, students choose their degree major. Assuming students meet all the academic requirements in first and second year, students are guaranteed a degree subject from the stream they are studying in second year. We do our best to ensure that students go on to study their top degree subject choice. As we offer plenty of degree subjects in each stream, students have a number of similar degree subjects to choose from as their degree major. For more information on choosing a degree major at the end of Second Year, visit the Mathematics stream page.

This is a sample set of modules that a Statistics student could study each year in UCD. 

First Year
Scientific Enquiry • Introduction to Applied & Computational Mathematics • Calculus in the Mathematical and Physical Sciences • Applications of Differential Equations • Linear Algebra in the Mathematical and Physical Sciences • Statistical Modelling • Mathematical Analysis • Numbers & Functions • Mathematical Analysis • Optional Modules • Elective Module 

Second Year
Computational Science • Calculus of Several Variables • Linear Algebra in the Mathematical Sciences • Introduction to Probability • Modern Regression Analysis • Inferential Statistics • Introduction to Bayesian Analysis • + modules for 1 other Science Subject • Elective Modules 

Third Year
Time Series Analysis • Models - Survival • Models - Stochastic Models • Data Experiments • Advanced Predictive Analytics • Statistical Machine Learning • Nonparametric Statistics • Option Modules • Elective modules

Fourth Year
Research Project • Bayesian Data Analysis • Multivariate Data Analysis • Data Collection Methods • Applied Matrix Theory • Models - Survival • Monte Carlo Inference • Option modules

With a degree in statistics, you will acquire the necessary skills to unlock insights from complex data, and steer crucial decisions across a diverse range of sectors. As a statistician, you will be highly valued across a broad spectrum of fields, such as healthcare, business, bioscience, finance, climate science, economics, sports analytics, education, and government. Our graduates are well-prepared to enter the workforce and make a significant impact in their chosen careers. A degree in statistics also opens doors to graduate studies in both taught and research advanced degrees, which further deepen their knowledge and expertise in the field, providing numerous opportunities for career advancement.

Students may apply to study abroad for a trimester in third year in partner institutions internationally.

I decided to study at UCD as I have always loved Mathematics and knew I wanted to study it in college. UCD gave me the flexibility to see what type of Maths subject I enjoyed the most. I was able to try Physics, Mathematics, Statistics and even Chemistry – before deciding to major in Statistics. I love getting to see Mathematics applied to real world data and establishing patterns and reasonings behind different outcomes. I am also Secretary of the Trampoline Club, which I joined back in first year and have made some of my closest friends through the club! In my summer of third year, I completed an internship in data analytics and after I graduate, I hope to work as a data analyst.

Emer Clune, Student